October 15 - 21, 2018
Each week UA Crossroads provides a list of upcoming opportunities
to engage the rich diversity of identities and experiences at UA.
If you are interested in having an event included, please contact the Crossroads office at 348-6930 or email us at crossroads@ua.edu.
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For details about this month's events:
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Tuesday, October 16
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Ferguson Student Center, Room 3104
This event will provide all participants an opportunity to gain insight into the Deaf experience. During the activity portion of this event, hearing participants will engage in real-world scenarios such as interactions at the bank, post office, doctor’s office, airline company, and more.
We will have American Sign Language-fluent volunteers from the Alabama Department of Mental Health – Office of Deaf Services, Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind - Tuscaloosa and the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services involved at this event.
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The Hate You Give - Film Screening and Discussion
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The Black Student Union & the Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion would like for you and members of your organization to join us for a Movie Outing to see
The Hate U Give on Tuesday, October 16. Check-in takes place from 5:00-5:30 pm at the Ferguson Center East Dining Room.
BSU believes that this movie will deliver a powerful message to students everywhere and we plan to discuss that impact with a Pre-Film Conversation in the East Dining Room from 5:30 - 7:00 pm. The conversation will be facilitated by Dr. Christine Taylor, while featuring free pizza and refreshments.
Tickets to the movie and transportation will be provided. We will depart from the Ferguson Center promptly at 7:15 pm. Once you have registered with the link below, you will receive your ticket at the Pre-Film Conversation. Act fast! Spots available are limited!
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October 17, 2018
Advocacy and Politics
with guest speaker before dialogues:
Delegate Danica Roem
First transgender delegate elected to a state legislature
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Wednesday, October 17
1:00 pm
The Campus Dialogues are a weekly opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to engage one another about important issues related to identity, current events, and campus life. Dialogues take place in the Ferguson Student Center Great Hall on Wednesdays, starting at 1:00 p.m. and concluding by 1:50 p.m.
Come and share your thoughts and listen to the perspectives of others in an inclusive and respectful environment!
For the full list of Campus Dialogue topics click on the link below:
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Change Starts with You!
Curious about how you could make an immediate and lasting impact in the lives of others?
Apply
to the 2019
Teach For America
corps today. All majors accepted.
NEXT Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 17, 2018.
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An Evening at Global Café: How to Talk with Your Child’s Teacher
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Tuesday, October 23, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Capital Hall. Refreshments are provided.
Parking passes are available at the front desk.
Students and community members are welcome.
Evenings at Global Café are opportunities to relax, visit, and meet leaders from campus and community organizations. Many international scholars will also be there, and we interpret language for one another. 5:00 pm refreshments. 5:30 pm program. Free and open to the public. Global Café is an initiative of The University of Alabama Center for Community-Based Partnerships. For more information see
globalcafe.ua.edu or call 205-348-7392.
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Invisible Disabilities Workshop
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Friday, November 2
8:30 am - 1:30 pm
Bryant Conference Center, Rast Room
What are invisible disabilities? How can we best serve students and faculty with invisible disabilities? Join us on Friday, November 2, for a cross-campus workshop where you'll learn from experts, engage with panelists, experience tools and resources, and network with others around invisible disabilities and related topics.
Register and please share this invitation with interested colleagues!
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International Coffee Hour
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Fridays
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
121 B.B. Comer Hall
Throughout the academic year (August through May), Capstone International Services and Capstone International Center host a weekly Capstone International Coffee Hour.
All international and American students, scholars, faculty, staff and friends are welcome to join.
Come to 121 B.B. Comer Hall each Friday between 11:30 and 1:00 pm and enjoy free coffee, tea, snacks, and conversation with our friends from around the world.
Contact Info: International Services, international@ua.edu, 348-5402
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International Spouse Group
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Every Wednesday throughout the fall semester
10:00 - 11.30 am
105 B.B. Comer Hall
This group is open to the wives or husbands of international students, faculty, and staff, as well as American spouses who are interested in making international friendships. We provide support in adjustment and acculturation while living and learning in the U.S.
To become a member of the International Spouse Group, you can simply join us for any of our meetings, which will be held every Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:30 am throughout the fall semester in International Services in 105 BB Comer Hall.
For any questions or general interest, please visit the
ISG Page
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Contact Info: inernational@ua.edu, 348-5402
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Alabama Students Without Borders Presents: Charlas con Café
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Wednesdays from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Ferguson Student Center Starbucks.
Drop in for an hour, enjoy a cup of coffee, and practice your Spanish.
The table will be marked with a Latin American flag.
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Engage UA with Crossroads
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UA’s Crossroads Community Engagement Center is an initiative of the Division of Community Affairs. Crossroads fosters respectful intercultural engagement for students, faculty and staff, and community members throughout the state by facilitating:
- workshops on inclusive engagement practices.
- dialogues where participants are invited to share their perspectives on challenging social issues in a respectful, inclusive environment.
- collaborative programming to encourage appreciation of the rich cultural traditions on campus and in the local community.
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UA Crossroads
3617 Ferguson Center
tel: 205-348-6930 email: crossroads@ua.edu
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